A gentle silence settles over Westford Academy’s senior parking lot as the frenzy of students rushing home after the last bell slows to a stop. A few remaining cars from the student drop-off line drift by, signaling the end of the school day. The only thing setting this day apart from any other afternoon...

Calling all animal lovers - WA’s newest club, Beyond Animal Rights Club (B. A. R. C.), gives students an excuse to play with canines while also giving back to the community. With a goal of making a difference in animal shelters, Westford Academy juniors Alli Dipietro and Ashya Singh made B.A.R.C. a...